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Generation 1, X166

Mercedes-Benz Gls-class Crossover / SUV

11.2015 - 11.2019 · China

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Generation 1, X166

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Mercedes-Benz Gls-class, Generation 1, X166, China market. This overview covers 18 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (11.2015 - 11.2019). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

Compare the engine, transmission and drive layout within a single trim. Ranges below combine the populated records of different versions; they do not replace the specifications of the selected car.

Overview based on recorded specifications: 18 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats
7
Engine codes
M157.982, M276.821, M278.912, OM642.826
Engine displacement, cc
2987–5461
Drive layout
All-wheel drive (4WD)
Transmission
Automatic 7, Automatic 9
Wheelbase, mm
3075
Ground clearance, mm
200
Fuel
Petrol AI-95, Diesel

Equipment and practical details

Mercedes-Benz Gls-class · Generation 1, X166 · China · 11.2015 - 11.2019. These features occur in different versions of this generation. They are not a shared specification for every car: check the selected trim for the equipment you need and how it operates.

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Adjustable dampers
Compare the available modes and check suspension messages. Adjustable dampers do not establish that air suspension is fitted.
Air suspension
Check the vehicle after it has been parked and test available adjustments. Confirm which axle has air springs.
Heated steering wheel
Check the control and whether the rim heats evenly.
Passenger climate zones
Check the rear controls and airflow to the row you need. Climate zones and air vents are different specifications.
Ventilated seats
Try the different settings and listen to the fans. Seat upholstery alone does not establish that this feature is fitted.
Surround-view cameras
Inspect every view, especially the joins between cameras. Check the lenses and selection of the required mode.

Specifications and technical details

18 versions

3.0 L, 333 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M276.821 · АКПП 9 · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
GLS 400 4MATIC DynamicBase grade 03.2016 - 12.2016
GLS 400 4MATIC LuxuryTop grade 03.2016 - 12.2016
GLS 400 4MATIC FashionTop grade 11.2016 - 10.2017
GLS 400 4MATIC DynamicBase grade 12.2016 - 10.2017
GLS 400 4MATIC LuxuryTop grade 12.2016 - 10.2017
GLS 400 4MATIC DynamicBase grade 10.2017 - 11.2019
GLS 400 4MATIC LuxuryTop grade 10.2017 - 11.2019
GLS 400 4MATIC Dynamic Collector's EditionTop grade 04.2018 - 11.2019

4.0 L, 422 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M278.912 · АКПП 9 · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
GLS 500 4MATIC 03.2016 - 12.2016
GLS 500 4MATIC 12.2016 - 10.2017
GLS 500 4MATIC 10.2017 - 11.2019

3.0 L, 258 hp, diesel, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

OM642.826 · АКПП 9 · All-wheel drive

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GLS 350d 4MATIC 03.2016 - 12.2016

3.0 L, 258 hp, diesel, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

OM642.826 · АКПП 9 · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
GLS 350d 4MATIC 12.2016 - 10.2017
GLS 350d 4MATIC 10.2017 - 11.2019

3.0 L, 272 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M276.821 · АКПП 9 · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
GLS 320 4MATIC 10.2017 - 11.2019
GLS 320 4MATIC Collector's Edition 04.2018 - 11.2019

5.5 L, 585 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

M157.982 · АКПП 7 · All-wheel drive

SpecificationProduction periodCompare
AMG GLS 63 4MATIC 03.2016 - 12.2016
AMG GLS 63 4MATIC 12.2016 - 11.2019

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